Cosplay at CAGGTUS
From the Cosplay Contest to the new Cosplay Catwalk – on this page you will find all the information you need about cosplay at CAGGTUS!
Do you have any questions? Then please feel free to contact us by e-mail at cosplay@caggtus.de .
Cosplay Contest: Apply now!
Saturday evening is all about the great Cosplay Contest, in which numerous famous characters are brought to life by passionate cosplayers on the Event Stage. The winners will be selected on site by our experienced and expert jury and will receive high-quality prizes.
Basic idea
The CAGGTUS Cosplay Contest is a crafting contest – the focus here is on craftsmanship.
What you have made yourself or created independently will be evaluated: sewing, shaping, painting, constructing, 3D design, electronics – regardless of the material or technique used.
Performances, shows or appearances can round off the presentation, but are not decisive for the evaluation.
The Jury
Moderation
Assessment & Procedure
1. Jury & Evaluation
- The language of the jury is English, as at least one international jury member is present.
- The backstage team includes assistants with translation skills who help with communication between the jury and participants.
- Only the handmade craftwork will be evaluated according to five criteria:
- Workmanship – cleanliness, precision, stability, finish
- Complexity – techniques, personal contribution, degree of difficulty
- Painting / fabric selection / weathering – surface, material fidelity, style
- Make-up / wig / cosmetics – hairstyle, make-up, SFX if applicable
- Overall impression – consistency, proportions, closeness to the original
- Places 1–3 will be awarded.
- In addition, each jury member can award a special prize – freely and subjectively – to recognise achievements that stand out or em
2. Stage & Performance
- There is a digital counter on stage that displays the maximum stage time.
- Short performances or show interludes are permitted but will not be included in the evaluation.
- Water is available on site; chairs can be brought to the stage for heavy or restricted cosplays – please inform the organisers during the preliminary judging so that the helpers can take care of this.
3. Video & Social Media
- After the event, GZM and Leipziger Messe will provide edited video footage of the performances.
- Social media information (links, hashtags, credits) will be provided on site.
- GZM / Leipziger Messe retain the rights to use this material; participants retain the rights to use and link to their own performances.
4. Backstage, Prejudging & Waiting Times
- Catering will be available in the backstage area.
- The backstage area is primarily intended for cosplayers, not for additional accompanying persons.
- A maximum of one registered helper is permitted per participant.
- Admission will be controlled by the helper team.
- Prejudging will last 5 minutes per participant (timed).
- Participants will be informed of their slot in good time.
During the stage programme, waiting times of up to 45 minutes may occur.
Please plan accordingly (water, seating if necessary). If required, the helpers will assist with organisation and facilitation.
Transparency & Contact
Do you have any questions about judging or organisation? Then send us an email at cosplay@caggtus.de oder or talk to us on site in the backstage/prejudging area.
We want the contest to be fun, fair and showcase good craftsmanship.
Rules for the CAGGTUS Cosplay Contest
The rules for the CAGGTUS Cosplay Contest can be found in the application form .
Cosplay and props rules
You can find the cosplay and props rules in our CAGGUS FAQ .
Prices Cosplay Contest
| Prices | |
|---|---|
| 1st Place | 500€ prize money |
| 2nd Place | 300€ prize money |
| 3rd Place | 250€ prize money |
There will be more prizes to come, so stay tuned!
NEW: Cosplay Catwalk
You're not interested in competitive pressure, but want to be on the big stage? As a warm-up for the Cosplay Contest on the CAGGTUS Event Stage, cosplayers can present their creations to a larger audience. Completely without evaluation and jury — but still with full enthusiasm. Take advantage of this opportunity to gain valuable stage experience and celebrate your work live on stage and in the stream.
Register now:
Hall of fame
Cosplay Contest 2025: The winners
Take a look at our winners of the CAGGTUS 2025 cosplay contest:
Judges Choice
Judge Choice of Tingilya Cosplay :
- zumicos
Character: Fortnite - Save the world / Penny
Judge Choice of Yugoro Yugoro :
- Layencosplay
Character: Blashphemous II / Orospina
Judge Choice of Hibica.cos :
- Misstrisch
Character: Sakizo / Mashera Noir
Cosplay Contest 2024: The winners
Take a look at our winners of the CAGGTUS 2024 cosplay contest:
1st place:
Character: Eli Ayase of LoveLive! School Idol Project in Granblue Fantasy Version
Judges Choice
LayenCosplay
Character: Leper from the Indie Game Darkest Dungeon
Lara Jue
Character: Lady in red
Suzu
Character: Embers (own design/character)
Cosplay Contest 2023: The winners
Take a look at our winners of the CAGGTUS 2023 cosplay contest:
Cleanest Work:
Character: Yoshiko Tsushima from LoveLive! School Idol Project Granblue Fantasy Version
Judges Choice:
FelitusDE
Character: Vernon Roche, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
apfelkuchenkuh
Character: Kulve Taroth (Monster Hunter)
Spinatnat.Ente
Character: Ahnendrache (human form; original character)
